The student news publication of Libertyville High School

Drops of Ink

The student news publication of Libertyville High School

Drops of Ink

The student news publication of Libertyville High School

Drops of Ink

”1917” required precision timing, extensive planning and some technological help to film the one-shot masterpiece

1917: The horrors of war in a single shot

Andrew Benoit, Opinion Editor January 17, 2020

“1917,” set during World War I, follows two British soldiers as they travel through hostile territory on a mission to save 1,600 men from certain annihilation from a German trap. It’s a story inspired...

Spoiled for Choice

Spoiled for Choice

Jasmine Lafita, Staff Writer December 16, 2019

Note: A political cartoon provides commentary on politics or current events. Opinions in the cartoon are those of the author and do not reflect those of the Drops of Ink staff as a whole.

Highly competitive athletes like dancer Brenna Farrell work hours perfecting their skills, yet are still unreasonably expected to also take a P.E. class on top of their stress from practices and homework.

Why outside-of-school athletes shouldn’t be in PE

Amanda Black, Managing Editor December 13, 2019

Many people have that one friend who can never hang out after school due to their sport. The only time they can see this friend is during school when he or she is stressed and focused on their work.  Possibly,...

People shared their opinions on “canceled” celebrities like James Charles, Gabbie Hanna and Misha Collins through different social media networks. Staff members believe that Cancel Culture allows people to openly voice their opinions on the situation.

Cancel culture: the good, the bad and the vitamins

Staff Editorial December 13, 2019

This past spring, unless your chosen place of residence was the underside of a sizable rock, buzz about the controversy between beauty YouTubers James Charles and Tati Westbrook most likely circulated...

OK, boomer: The iconic rally cry of Gen Z

OK, boomer: The iconic rally cry of Gen Z

Cali Lichter, Staff Member December 13, 2019

In early November, 25-year-old New Zealand lawmaker Chlöe Swarbrick was giving a speech to Parliament on a climate crisis bill but was being heckled by an older member. Her response?“OK, boomer.” If...

The Final Cut-Se7en

Andrew Benoit, Opinion Editor December 11, 2019

https://soundcloud.com/andrew-benoit-303117704/the-final-cut-se7en This film is rated R for grisly afterviews of horrific and bizarre killings, and for strong language Welcome to The Final...

Heisman candidate rankings heading into the postseason

Christian Roberts December 6, 2019

As of Dec. 3, the college football regular season is officially finished, which means teams will now get the chance to compete for conference championships and bowl games. With the college football playoff...

“Queen and Slim” stars Daniel Kaluuya (“Get Out”) and Jodie Turner-Smith (“Nightflyers”), who play a couple on the run.

“Queen and Slim”: Love in the modern Underground Railroad

Andrew Benoit, Opinion Editor December 3, 2019

Warning: This movie is rated R for violence, some strong sexuality, nudity, pervasive language and brief drug use.  “Queen and Slim” delivers a vibrant retelling of the Underground Railroad, rich...

Top 9 of 2019: Which was the best album?

Lilly Williams, Staff Member December 2, 2019

2019 was a particularly big year for me musically. This was for no other reason than nearly all of my favorite artists came out with incredible albums. From  hip-hip to indie to pop to alternative, my...

Courtesy of Walt Disney Pictures

“The Mandalorian”: A new frontier for a galaxy far, far away

Pavan Acharya, Staff Member December 2, 2019

Disney+ launched on Nov. 12 with an abundance of new, original titles. The crown jewel of Disney's starting lineup of original series is the first live-action Star Wars television show, “The Mandalorian.” Before...

Load More Stories
Activate Search
The student news publication of Libertyville High School
Opinion